Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic“I was raised in Scarborough and felt it was important to give back to the community that raised me during the hard times of this pandemic.” By Pahull Bains Date June 29, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Canadian singer, songwriter and record producer Abel Tesfaye, better known as The Weeknd, has donated $500,000 CAD to
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I don’t know about you, but this quarantine life has flipped my beauty and style routine upside down. I’ve gone from my usual bright lip and loose waves (a.k.a. actually doing my hair and makeup) to top knots and a bare face every day. And I’m not gonna lie, there have been a couple of
Photography courtesy of Instagram/@scyssor.“I’m going to take it as far as I can go.” By Odessa Paloma Parker Date June 29, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter We’re seeing many shifts in the fashion industry right now, from a broadening of the types of models shown wearing a brand’s clothing to the methods in which that clothing is
Photography by Samuel Fournier.The upcycling-focused brand evolves aspects of tailoring for Fall 2020. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date June 24, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter “I don’t like fashion when it takes itself too seriously,” says Benjamin Lafaille, designer and founder of the upcycling-focused brand, Laugh By Lafaille. Since launching several seasons ago, the ungendered label has
Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty ImagesThe special event will feature appearances and performances by Antoni Porowski, Billy Porter, Charlize Theron, Justin Bieber and others. By Pahull Bains Date June 25, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter After the #TogetherAtHome fundraising event in April, Global Citizen is back with another virtual concert—Global Goal—to raise awareness about the impact COVID-19 has
Photograph courtesy of Michael KorsThe shirt is part of the designer’s ongoing #WatchHungerStop campaign. By Maddison Glendinning Date June 25, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Michael Kors has unveiled a new design for his ‘Love’ T-shirt in support of COVID-19 relief efforts, specifically those being undertaken by the World Food Programme (WFP). All profits from the sale
The companies will also donate face masks to Food Banks Canada. By Maddison Glendinning Date June 26, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter As many parts of Canada tentatively move into stage two of reopening, restaurants and bars are starting to be given the green light to reopen. And whilst we’re thrilled that patios will be coming back
A beginner’s guide to mastering the classic winged liner look If you struggle to achieve a flawless liquid liner look, you’re not alone—no matter how experienced you are with a makeup brush, nailing winged eyeliner is a challenge. Whether you’re looking for application tips or need help finding the right product for you, we’re here
Photo by Denise Grant. Design by Danielle Campbell.“I have learned more about systemic racism, slavery in Canada, accountability and even my own privilege as a fair-skinned person of colour in the last 18 days than I have in 43 years.” By Amanda Brugel Date June 26, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter As we complete Month 4 of
“When you get people to be uncomfortable, they’ll grow.” By Odessa Paloma Parker Date June 25, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter “Waskawêwin is the Cree word for movement,” says Dusty LeGrande, founder of the Edmonton-based streetwear brand Mobilize. Fitting, then, that it’s a name given to a collection of pieces created under the label. But, as he
Cuz if you can’t love your skin, how in the hell are you gonna love anybody else(‘s)? It’s no secret that the art of drag has inspired a lot of makeup trends. Contouring, baking and over-lining your lips are just a few of the things that makeup artists (and the Kardashian-Jenners) have borrowed from drag
Welcome to Texture Talk, a weekly column that celebrates and deep dives into the dynamic world of curly hair, from crowns of curls that are free flowing to strands that are tucked away in a protective style. By Natasha Bruno Date June 25, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Image courtesy of TRACY PEART. Design by Danielle Campbell.
Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImageThe pair are taking further steps to plan their post-royal lives. By Maddison Glendinning Date June 24, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are preparing for their post-COVID-19 lockdown life in a pretty major way – namely, by signing a speaking engagements contract with the Harry Walker Agency, a New
While some businesses across Canada are starting to re-open during COVID-19, it looks like a trip to your facialist *probably* won’t be happening anytime in the very near future. ICYMI, even if you live somewhere that is in Stage 2 Reopening and can start enjoying services like haircuts and manicures (like most of Ontario), treatments
Photo by George Pimentel/Getty ImagesAfter signing Sephora and Rent The Runway, James has extended the initiative to Canada. By Maddison Glendinning Date June 24, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter In early June, Canadian designer Aurora James (who runs footwear brand Brother Vellies) introduced the 15 Per Cent Pledge to encourage some of America’s biggest retailers to commit
Photograph courtesy of AppleThe new developments were announced at the tech giant’s annual WWDC event which was held virtually over the past two days. By FASHION Staff Date June 23, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Each year, Apple holds its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) at its headquarters in Cupertino, California. However, given that COVID-19 restrictions are
Courtesy of L’Oréal ParisThe Australian actress talks beauty must-haves, Hollywood royalty and career-defining roles. By Natasha Bruno Date June 23, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Katherine Langford has a brand new gig, and while it may not be able to snag her another Golden Globes Award nomination, it does add her name to an impressive roster of
Content warning: police violence, death. Here’s a list of BIPOC people who have died during mental health-related interactions with Canadian police in the last three months: On June 20, Ejaz Ahmed Choudry, who was 62, was shot and killed by police in his apartment in Mississauga, Ont., after police were called to “check on [his] well-being.”